Painter-Facts

Facts on ear defenders in general:

Ear defenders should not just damp as much noise as possible. You should always be able to communicate with other people on site and hear if anybody is shouting a […]

When laying and installing cables

You must not lay cables directly on the ground. Cables must be protected in areas where there are people, both walking past and in vehicles. When laying cables in the […]

Hoisting positions and hoists

The entire construction process should be thought through from the outset so you can easily access staff hoists, etc. There must be sufficient space on the construction site to allow […]

Technical arrangements that can help you:

Damp noise – for instance, shut off equipment that is not in use, avoid banging metal on metal. Damp noisy machines – such as by using cabs on contract machinery, […]

Facts on electing a safety representative on the building site

On the building site: When there are 5 employees from the same company on site for more than 14 days, a safety representative has to be elected. Everyone (except for […]

Summary of technical aids

A lot of occupational accidents and injuries can be avoided by using aids such as hoists, work platforms and scaffolding. There are lots of different options, and so the industry […]

You should not rely on the things you hear being correct!

It can be difficult to tell whether noise is too loud for you. A change in noise level of 1 dB(A) is almost imperceptible. A change of 3 dB(A) halves […]

Facts on electing a safety representative at the home company

At the home company When the company employs 10 people, a safety representative must be elected. The safety representative is elected by all employees of the company, or of the […]

10 pieces of advice on setting up ladders

Ladders must always be put up properly, i.e. on a firm, flat surface Always check to make sure the ladder is in order, e.g. to make sure that the rungs […]

Technical details on ear defenders:

Ear defenders must be worn as soon as there is a risk of a noise load of 80 dB(A) To make sure your hearing is not damaged. You can use […]

Facts on the safety coordinator

The safety coordinator is appointed by the developer, and his job is to coordinate safety in shared areas on site. The coordinator must convene safety meetings on site at least […]

Rules for trestle ladders

The top ends must not be able to press against one another. It must be possible to use them as a single ladder if they are equipped to do so. […]

Remember your safety…

When you work with hazardous substances and materials, it is important to be very aware of your safety and the risks. Among other things, you must try to avoid the […]

Facts on heavy lifting when handling machinery and tools

Operating heavy machines can cause harmful effects in the body as working positions are often awkward; the oblique and often heavy lifting can be harmful. Use technical aids when transporting […]

Dust on the building site

Dust on the building site is often a major, serious problem – for both you and the quality of the construction work. But the creation of dust and effects of […]